EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 18 MIN
Still Grieving Years Later? You’re Not Doing It Wrong
from Everyone Dies (Every1Dies) · host Dr. Marianne Matzo, FAAN and Charlie Navarrette
Why Grief Hits Out of Nowhere, Why it’s Normal, and What Can HelpGrief after five years isn't a sign of failure; it’s a testament to a lifelong bond. When the waves hit out of nowhere, know that your journey is uniquely yours. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3OkXRB4Is there a Timeline for Grief?You would think that after five years, grief should get easier. But then it hits you—out of nowhere—like it just happened. And you wonder, “Why am I still like this?”Nothing is wrong with you. Grief doesn’t follow a timeline.In this episode, we’re talking about what can help you with your grief after 5 years. What you’re feeling is not only normal…it’s part of loving someone who’s gone from your life.In this Episode:00:00 - Intro - The 5th Year of Grieving02:00 - A Precocious Spring, the Bane of a Gardener/Winter Crafter04:33 - Jaws is one of UK's Favorite Funeral Songs - See What Else Tops the Charts07:55 - 5 years since the COVID Pandemic Deaths, Long Term Grief08:42 - On the 5th Year of Grieving...Lessons that Most Helped - Kristie, The After Glow blog13:14 - Charlie's Death Cafe Experience, Memories of His Son15:51 - "A Meeting" - Poem by Wendell Barry16:30 - Outro, "Every Day is a Gift"Related Episodes about Grief and Recovery:S3E20: Riding the Wave: Navigating the Second Year of GriefS5E35: Growth and Remembrance: What to Expect Your Third Year of GriefWhat’s in Your Library? Building Grounding Resources through a Practice of MindfulnessS6E24: Grounding Techniques “Life Hack”: Your Secret Skill for Surviving the Bad DaysS4E18: How to Exorcise Depression and Anxiety with ExerciseAll Grief Content#GriefSupport #LongTermGrief #Bereavement #GriefJourney #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters #HealingAfterLoss #EveryoneDiesPodcast #GriefAwareness #GriefIsNotLinear #LifeAfterLoss #jaws #CovidGrief #PandemicLoss #WhatHelpsGriefSupport the show🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://www.every1dies.org - also get notes, links and expanded resources Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Email: [email protected]
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Why Grief Hits Out of Nowhere, Why it’s Normal, and What Can Help Grief after five years isn't a sign of failure; it’s a testament to a lifelong bond. When the waves hit out of nowhere, know that your journey is uniquely yours. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3OkXRB4 Is there a Timeline for Grief? You would think that after five years, grief should get easier. But then it hits you—out of nowhere—like it just happened. And you wonder, “Why am I still like this?” Nothing is wrong with you. Grief ...
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